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A man’s will has been set aside after being challenged by his children who claimed that he lacked testamentary capacity at the time he drew it up. The case involved the will of Mr Leonard, who died in 2019 leaving four children from his first marriage....
Businesses vying for government contracts over £5m must adhere to updated Prompt Payment Guidance. They must pay 95% of invoices within 60 days and maintain an average payment time of 55 days. Non-compliance risks eligibility. Suppliers failing...
From 30 September 2026, all new residential buildings over 18 metres high must include a second staircase, the Government has confirmed. This fire safety measure complements recent reforms like the Building Safety Act. The decision follows expert advice and...
The Government is introducing routine inspections for social housing landlords to improve living conditions. Non-compliance could lead to sanctions, including fines and new management. These measures, part of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act, aim to...
Government earmarks £80m to build homes on brownfield land, aiding urban renewal and creating 8,000 homes by 2028. Minister Lee Rowley sees it as key to housing strategy, leveling up, and job creation. The Government has allocated a further £80m...
The High Court upheld a ruling that a landlord won't face penalties after a tenant's complaint over tenancy deposit information errors. The error involved misreferenced clauses in the agreement. The court ruled the mistake was obvious, and the tenant...
A game-changer since 2022, no-fault divorce aims to reduce conflict by removing blame. Couples now only need to cite irretrievable breakdown. Stats reveal a shift towards joint applications, fostering cooperation. But awareness remains a hurdle, says Law...
A 5% increase in disputes in 2023 could be attributed to complex family dynamics and concerns over fairness. Common reasons for contesting include improper legal procedures and doubts about the testator's mental capacity. With longer lifespans, issues of...
The court can impose a fair settlement when a partner suffers due to a commercial failing, as seen in a recent case, where a partner, misled about a 2013 agreement reducing her share in a family business, was awarded compensation despite the original...
Amendments to the Family Procedure Rules, which came into force on 29 April 2024, introduce a wider definition for Non-Court Dispute Resolution. The hope is that these changes will promote early resolution outside of court, relieving pressure on them and...
